A new path has been cleared in the fight against Alzheimer’s and other dementia — and that’s worth celebrating. The U.S. POINTER study produced the strongest evidence yet that how we move, eat, and challenge our minds can reduce our risk of Alzheimer's and other dementia. Join us as we celebrate Making Headway — and the power we have to protect what matters most.  

Join us on Sunday, April 25, 2027, at The Crane Bay in Indianapolis to Make Headway!  

For sponsorship inquiries and questions, please contact Holly Nahre 
hmnahre@alz.org or (317) 587-2209

INSPIRE Benefit 2027 Chair:

Rod Cotton

"I'm honored to chair the 2027 INSPIRE Benefit, focused on Brain Health — a cause that's deeply personal to me. My mother, Gigi, has faced Alzheimer's with extraordinary grace for more than 20 years, and this is my way of honoring her while investing in a future with more hope for all families impacted by this disease."

2027 Executive Host Committee Members

Dr. Christopher & Tammy Callahan 
Dan Carmichael 
Malissa Fitzgerald 
Timothy Franson 
Michael Harrington 
Andrea Heslin Smiley 
Maria Kleiman
Andrew & Rachel Lechleiter 
Terry & Julie Magid 
Mandy Moore 
Larry Roan & Joan SerVaas 
Emily Wilson

2027 INSPIRE Benefit Sponsors

Leading Sponsors

Thank you to our 2026 Giving Society members!

2026 INSPIRE Benefit

Thank you to all who contributed to the 2026 INSPIRE Benefit. We broke the record again and raised more than $949,000! This would not be possible without our generous sponsors, giving society members, host committee, and attendees. THANK YOU!

2025 INSPIRE Benefit